Do You Tip Piano Movers?

When you need to move a piano, it's best not to take the do-it-yourself approach. While you may be eager to save money by going it alone, the potential for damage is not worth the risk. Instead, leave it to the experts. Pianos are heavy, awkward to move, and must be handled delicately. That’s why you should hire professional piano movers. They will have the necessary skills and expertise to prepare and transport your prized piano without a scratch!

Given the difficulty of this task, you may wish to thank your movers for a job well done with a tip. But how much should you be prepared to tip? Keep reading to find out!

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Moving the Family Piano - by Mojie Crigler

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The following is a guest blog post by Mojie Crigler, a writer/editor based in Cambridge, MA.

As I watched the piano come in through the window, I thought, Hello, old friend.

“Old” is right: it’s a 1916 Steinway upright, a present from my great-grandfather to my great-grandmother. When my parents moved to New York City in the sixties, the piano was shipped across the country and hoisted—by a rope hanging over the roof—to their fifth-floor apartment on 16th Street.

Piano Moving Equipment and Terminology

At Allston Piano we consider piano moving a highly-skilled trade. The precision required to execute a successful piano is both an art and a science. With over 60 years in the business of piano moving we utilize only the best equipment to make sure your piano is delivered safe and sound to its new location.

Here is some of the equipment we use on a daily basis.

  • Piano Board
    The piano board is used on all piano moves. We have boards of varying lengths…

How Much Does it Cost to Move a Piano?

At Allston Piano Moving company we like to provide a “flat-rate” price for most of our piano moves. Based on our more than 60 years of experience in the industry, we are able give very accurate quotes based on a just a few pieces of information about your piano move.

Here are the factors we consider when putting together your quote:

  1. What is the size of your piano?
    If you are moving a small upright piano, that is a lot different than a nine-foot…